Paneer and spinach sauté

Have you cooked with Paneer? This is a type of fresh cheese common in South Asia, particularly in Indian, Paskistani and Bangladeshi cuisines. It’s also a great complement to vegetarian dishes and has a neutral flavor that makes it easy to combine with different ingredients.

We’re big fans of the panner and spinach combo, so we put together an Indian-inspired recipe that is great for a busy weekday dinner. You can enjoy with yellow rice or flatbread, and it also makes for a great leftover lunch. Try it and let us know what you think!

Paneer and spinach sauté - Ingredients

½ Cup of onions, finely chopped

4 Garlic cloves, finely chopped

1 Cup of paneer, cubed

3 Cups of spinach, roughly chopped

1/4 Cup of heavy cream

Olive oil to taste

Salt and pepper to taste

2 Teaspoons of turmenic

Sauté the cheese with a few drops of oil until slightly golden. Remove from heat and set aside.

Use the same frying pan to sauté the onions with another drop of oil. Cook until translucent and add the garlic and spinach.

Season the veggies with salt, pepper and turmenic. Add a drop of water and cover with a lid. Cook for 3 minutes.

Mix well, add the cream and the cheese. Cook for another 5 to 7 minutes, depending on how wilted you want the spinach.